R-Truth name retired? WWE superstar's new direction after making shocking return

R-Truth is said to no longer be keeping his iconic ring name.The wrestling world was left shocked at the conclusion of the WWE Money in the Bank Premium Live Event. R-Truth, who a week ago had announced his exit, returned to the company following massive support from the fans. The Truth has signed on the dotted line with WWE. However, there is going to be one significant change for the former WWE United States Champion following his spectacular comeback.According to the renowned wrestling journalist, Dave Meltzer, via Figure Four Daily Update, R-Truth will be using his real name, Ron Killings, in WWE moving forward. As per the report, Truth himself asked for the name change to one final true run as a WWE veteran. Moreover, it also stated that he would have used his real name as part of the television programming in WWE. This would allow him to pursue indie bookings once his new deal ended.The report stated, “Ron Killings did ask for the name change to his real name as part of his new deal as many had suspected. The advantage is that when the new deal ends he will have had TV time as Ron Killings and can then go straight to using that name on indies and for personal appearances.”R-Truth's new deal is not a typical talent deal that he had before. It has been reported that he ignored all outreach from WWE following his release. It was after WWE President Nick Khan reached out to him that Truth responded and agreed to come back to the company. The captivating WWE superstar announced a week ago that the company was not going to renew his deal.This faced a major backlash from the fans who started the 'We Want Truth' movement that was prevalent on social media and across all WWE shows. The regime listened to the audience and brought him back within a week. He made his return at Money in the Bank PLE to attack John Cena during his tag team match. With Ron Killings ready to begin his last run, it will be interesting to see it unfold with the fans ralling behind him.Also read: R-Truth’s stunning WWE return leaves fans and stars emotional at Money in the Bank 2025